1853 – Department of Physiology was established in Madras Medical College.
1889 – The chair of Physiology at Madras Medical College was adorned by Prof. Charles Donovan, the discoverer of the parasite Leishmania donovani.
1905 – Discovery of the parasite Donovan bodies, the etiological agent of visceral Leishmaniasis. To honor him, the parasite was named Leishmania donovani.
1962 – Professor Dr. N. Padmanabhan, first recipient of Ph.D. in Physiology, was instrumental in upgrading the department to the Institute of Physiology. He was the mentor to eminent clinicians like Dr. A. L. Mudaliar.
1971 – M.Sc. Physiology postgraduate degree was upgraded to M.D. Physiology. The first batch of postgraduates were Dr. Namashivayam and Dr. Subashini.
1988 – Affiliated to the Dr. MGR Medical University, having previously been under Madras University.
2011 – The number of postgraduate seats was increased from 4 to 5.
Professor Viswanathan Rao, recipient of the Best Teacher Award, was from this Institute.
2013 – Publication of the Textbook of Physiology for Undergraduates by the present Director In-charge, Professor Dr. P. Sathya.
The faculty of the Institute actively contributes to the field of medicine through research and publishing in national and international journals.
Successive Directors of the Institute
S.No
Period
Name
1
1971–77
Dr. N. Padmanaban, MD
2
1977–78
Dr. Tmt. S. Parvathi, MD
3
1978–84
Dr. Tmt. K. Krishnaswami, MD
4
1984–88
Dr. G. Krishnamurthi, MD
5
1988–89
Dr. Tmt. B. S. Gajalakshmi, MD
6
1989–91
Dr. V. S. Amanullah Baig, MD
7
1992–96
Dr. Vimala Jepegnanam, MD
8
1997
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Balakrishnan, MD
9
1998–2001
Dr. K. P. Vijayalakshmi, MD
10
2001–2004
Dr. M. Pravin Kumar, MD
11
2005
Dr. Shyamala Thirumeni, MD
12
2006–07
Dr. Mythili Bhaskaran, MD
13
2007–16
Dr. K. Padma, MD
14
2016
Dr. K. Balasubramaniam
15
2016–2018
Dr. A. Shakeela Banu
16
2018
Dr. C. Hemachandrika
17
2019–2022
Dr. C. Tirupathi
18
2023–2025
Dr. P. Sathya
CHARLES DONOVAN
Professor and Physician at Madras Medical College and Government General Hospital, Madras.
He adorned the chair of the Physiology Department, Madras Medical College.
Professor Dr. N. Padmanabhan, first recipient of Ph.D in Physiology.
He was instrumental in upgrading the department to the Institute of Physiology.
Faculty & Residents
Dr.P.Sathya
Director& prof
Relentlessly promoting medical education, moral ethics and skills among the Indian medical graduates, mentoring them with passion to be dedicated, expertise doctors to serve the society.
Dr.Ratna Manjushree Jayaraman
Professor
Having rendered 28 yrs of service in all three directorates of Tamil Nadu Medical department, I am happy to be a teacher, guide and mentor for many of my medical students. Neurophysiology and cardiovascular physiology are my field of interest and most challenging period during my service was when I was posted as vice principal at Kilpauk Medical College. Happiest moments were when I received district Collectors award twice for the meritorious service rendered.
Dr.R.Bhuvaneswari
Assistant Professor
On a mission in nurturing knowledge in the young aspirants of the medical fraternity and a vision to inculcate disciplined, ethical values in the Indian Medical Graduate, a boon to the society.
Dr.V.Sumathi
Assistant Professor
Imbibing knowledge, skill and ethics among the young medical aspirants to garner disciplined intellectual Indian Medical Graduates so as to heal the sick.
Dr.I.J.V Pradeep Vaiz
Assistant Professor
Aspiring to be a lifelong learner and an effective communicator by facilitating young Indian medical graduates.
Dr.R.Malar
Assistant Professor
Passionate teacher with aim to inspire curiosity in learning and inculcate clinical skills among young Indian Medical Graduate in order for them to excel.
Dr.S.Ezhilarasi
Senior Resident
Inspiring hope, igniting imagination, instilling love for continuous learning in search of knowledge and skill to bring out committed, compassionate, resilient doctors.
Dr.J.Anitha Ponmalar
Senior Resident
Avid teacher, good academician and ethical clinician with intent to enrich students with applied clinical knowledge. Interested in research that contributes to betterment of society.
Dr.D.Indumathi
Senior Resident
Committed to continuous learning and stay updated of the latest medical advancements. Imbibing knowledge, skill and ethics among the young medical aspirants. Play a role to enhance students' knowledge and contribute to the healthcare of the community.
Dr.K.Aanandha Subramaniam
Senior Resident
On a mission in imbibing knowledge, skills and Ethics in the young medical fraternity
Dr.B.M.Priya
Tutor
Enthusiastic teacher committed towards mastering the supreme art of teaching to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge. Instilling Ethical practice in students.
Dr.U.Rathnakumari
Senior Resident
Dedicated to fostering scientific inquiry among medical students. Passionate about integrating clinical relevance to medical education.
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Name of the Residents joined in the year 2022
Name of the Residents joined in the year 2023
Name of the Residents joined in the year 2024
1
Dr.C.M.Harika
Dr.S.Sam Jeshuran
Dr. Mahendravarman
2
Dr.Vijay Manovee
Dr.V.Lava Kumar
Dr. Catherine Monica
3
Dr.S.Subha
Dr.C.Aruna Devi
Dr.Hageera begam
4
Dr.M.Vasanth
Dr.Yuvapriya Vijayan
Dr.Parkavi
5
Dr.K.Selvaranjani
Dr.S.Noorul Sumaiya
Dr.Aruna
Facility & Clinical Care
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
MBBS
BDS
DENTAL HYGEINIST
BPT
B PHARM
Bsc NURSING
Bsc CLINICAL NUTRITION
Bsc AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY (BASLP)
Bsc RADIOLOGY & IMAGING TECHNOLOGY (RIT)
Bsc RADIOTHERAPY TECHNOLOGY (RTT)
Bsc CARDIAC TECHNOLOGY
Bsc CARDIOPULMONARY PERFUSION CARE TECHNOLOGY (CPPT)
Bsc OPTOMETRY
Bsc RESPIRATORY THERAPY
Bsc NEUROELECTROPHYSIOLOGY (NEP)
Bsc CARDIAC TECHNOLOGY
Diploma in RADIOTHERAPY TECHNOLOGY (DRTT)
Diploma in RADIODIAGNOSIS TECHNOLOGY (DRDT)
Diploma in MEDICAL RECORDS SERVICES (DMRS)
CERTIFICATE COURSE IN ANAESTHESIA
CERTIFICATE COURSE IN NUTRITION
POSTGRADUATE COURSES
MDS
MD PHYSIOLOGY
The Physiology Department has a fully equipped clinical laboratory and a Mammalian lab for clinical examination, an Amphibian lab, and a Hematology lab for hematology experiments
We have four demonstration halls for teaching and seminars with audio-visual arrangements
We have a fully equipped Research laboratory with equipment like Spirometer, Mossos ergograph, ECG, EMG, EEG, Auditory and Visual evoked potential recorder for UG & PG research activity.
University / TNMSC Credits Points / both if present
State or National level or institute level
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STATE
2
20/7/24
CORONARY QUEST 2024
10
STATE
SHESMU-‘22
S.NO
Date
NAME
WORKSHOP / TRAINING with Title
University / TNMSC Credits / both if present
State or National level or institute level
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22/2/23 TO 24/2/23
Dr.C.M.HARIKA
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
2
29/3/23 TO 31/3/23
Dr.VIJAY MANOVEE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
3
8/3/23 to 10/3/23
Dr.S.SUBHA
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
4
10/5/23 TO 12/5/23
Dr.M.VASANTH
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
5
9/3/23 TO 10/3/23
Dr.C.M.HARIKA
AETCOM TRAINING(BCW)
INSTITUTE LEVEL
6
20/2/23 TO 21/2/23
Dr.VIJAY MANOVEE
AETCOM TRAINING(BCW)
INSTITUTE LEVEL
7
20/2/23 TO 21/2/23
Dr.M.VASANTH
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
INSTITUTE LEVEL
8
20/2/24 TO 22/2/24
Dr.K.SELVARANJINI
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
9
27/2/24 TO 29/2/24
Dr.SAM JESHURAN
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
10
13/2/24 TO 15/2/24
Dr.YUVAPRIYA VIJAYAN
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
11
27/2/24 TO 29/2/24
Dr.NOORUL SUMAIYA.S
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
BOTH
STATE LEVEL
12
21/3/24 TO 23/3/24
Dr.K.SELVARANJINI
CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN PHYSIOLOGY-2024, JIPMER,PUDUCHERRY
INSTITUTE LEVEL
13
21/3/24 TO 23/3/24
Dr.SAM JESHURAN
CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN PHYSIOLOGY-2024, JIPMER,PUDUCHERRY
INSTITUTE LEVEL
14
21/3/24 TO 23/3/24
Dr.YUVAPRIYA VIJAYAN
CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN PHYSIOLOGY-2024, JIPMER,PUDUCHERRY
INSTITUTE LEVEL
15
21/3/24 TO 23/3/24
Dr.NOORUL SUMAIYA.S
CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN PHYSIOLOGY-2024, JIPMER,PUDUCHERRY
INSTITUTE LEVEL
16
21/3/24 TO 23/3/24
Dr.C.ARUNADEVI
CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN PHYSIOLOGY-2024, JIPMER,PUDUCHERRY
INSTITUTE LEVEL
17
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.K.SELVARANJINI
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
18
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.SAM JESHURAN
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
19
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.YUVAPRIYA VIJAYAN
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
20
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.NOORUL SUMAIYA.S
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
21
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.C.ARUNADEVI
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
22
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.S.SUBHA
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
23
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.M.VASANTH
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
24
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.C.M.HARIKA
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
25
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.S.HEMAMALINI
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
26
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.K.NIVEDITHA
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
27
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.S.ANAND
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
28
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.S.KIRUTHIKA
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
29
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.LEENA PRIYA MAYAN
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
30
1/7/24 TO 3/7/24
Dr.V.LAVAKUMAR
CBME SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
31
19/3/24
Dr.C.ARUNADEVI
BASICS IN RESEARCH METHADOLOGY,MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE
INSTITUTE LEVEL
32
26/9/24
Dr.S.HRMAMALINI
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU.
STATE LEVEL
33
26/9/24
Dr.S.ANAND
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
34
26/9/24
Dr.S.KIRUTHIKA
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
35
26/9/24
Dr.K.NIVEDITHA
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
36
26/9/24
Dr.K.VIJAY MANOVEE
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
37
26/9/24
Dr.M.VASANTH
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
38
26/9/24
Dr.C.M.HARIKA
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
39
26/9/24
Dr.K.SELVARANJANI
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
40
26/9/24
Dr.S.SAM JESHURAN
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
41
26/9/24
Dr.YUVAPRIYA
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
42
26/9/24
Dr.C.ARUNADEVI
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
43
26/9/24
Dr.S.SUMAIYA
GOOD CLINICAL PRACTICE,KARPAGA VINAYAGA MEDICAL COLLEGE,CHENGALPATTU
STATE LEVEL
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BIOSTATISTICS
The Institute of
Physiology and Experimental Medicine fosters a spirit of healthy academic
competition and collaborative learning through its regular intradepartmental
and intercollege quizzes. These events are designed to reinforce core concepts,
encourage teamwork, and stimulate critical thinking among students.
As part of our academic
calendar, the department conducts ZEST-
Physiology quiz for undergraduate students and state level preparatory quiz for
postgraduates every year.
SHESMU -22 CME on “An update on Hematopoietic Stem Cell” and state
level Postgraduate quiz competition on Haematology conducted at our institute.
Scientific Forum
Completed Projects
Ongoing Projects
Sponsored Projects
Publications
Awards & Achievements
S.NO
Date/Month & Year
Name of the Awards & achievements received
Name of the awardee with designation
District level / State level / National level
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26/01/2021
COVID-Best Doctor Award
ASSIST PROFESSOR 1.Dr.I.J.V Pradeep Vaiz.T 2. Dr.D.Indumathi 3.Dr.S.Thenmozhi
District
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26/01/2021
Best Doctor Award for contribution to Covid Plasma Bank and ICMR – WHO clinical Trial
Dr. S. Anbuselvi
District
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3
01/06/2021
COVID Warrior
ASSIST PROFESSOR Dr.S.Anbuselvi
District
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04/09/2021
Won first prize in Poster competition in National conference on Transgender Physiology
POSTGRADUATES Dr. V. Priyadaharshini
National
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04/09/2021
Certificate of participation in Poster competition in National conference on Transgender Physiology
POSTGRADUATES Dr.S.Renuka
National
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07/10/2021
1. Won Fourth Prize in National level PG Seminar competition – LA PHYSIQUE 21
2. Certificate of participation in National level PG Seminar competition – LA PHYSIQUE 21
POSTGRADRUATE: Dr. K.Vanathy Dr.S.Renuka
National
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26/01/2022
1. Best Doctor Award for Contribution to NIRF
2. Young scientist award at European advanced materials congress, Sweden.
3. DBT-UMMID fellowship in Genetics at ICMR-NIIH, Mumbai.
4. As guide in ICMR -STS-2020 two projects.
5. Best doctor award for work in NIRF 2022
.
6. Best doctor award - COVID -19 pandemic (2022)
Assist Prof Dr. S.Anbuselvi MD
National
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26/01/2022
1. Certificate of participation in Oral paper presentation in national conference -APTCARECON-2022
2. Certificate of participation in State level pedagogy competition NEUROTRONICS -2022
POSTGRADUATES Dr.S.Renuka
State
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26/01/2022
1. 1st prize in national conference for oral paper presentation -APTCARECON-2022
2. Medal for Distinguished performer in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.N.Shalini
National
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26/01/2022
1. 1st prize in Curriculum enrichment program for post graduates-PREPARE 2022
2. 1st prize in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.M.Yazhini
National
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26/01/2022
Certificate of participation in Oral paper presentation in national conference -APTCARECON-2022
Dr. K. Sakthi Saranya
National
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12
26/01/2022
Certificate of participation in State level pedagogy competition
Dr.S.Hemamalini
State
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26/01/2022
Medal for Distinguished performer in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.K.Niveditha
State
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26/01/2022
Medal for Distinguished performer in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.S.Anand
State
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26/01/2022
2 nd prize in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.S.Kiruthika
State
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26/01/2022
Certificate of participation in State level pedagogy competition -NEUROTRONICS -2022
Dr.Leena Priya Mayan
State
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26/01/2022
1st Chess CMC, Vellore
Honnesh UG
District
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26/01/2022
1st Histo Art (An-Art-omy) MES Medical College
Anika UG
District
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26/01/2022
5th Biochemistry quiz Stanley medical college
S. Tamizh Prakash UG
District
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26/01/2022
1. 1st place APTCON respiratory Quiz
2. 3rd Place- Anatomy Quiz- Intellectuva, Madurai Medical College
3. 3rd PlaceCognoscere- Stanley medical College
4. 3rd Place— Kilpauk Medrenergix Junior Quiz
Keerthana.P UG
District
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26/01/2022
1. Chemfest dance competition - 2nd place
2. Pegasus western dance competition - 2nd place
3. Panacea dance competition-1st place
4. Aura dance competition- 2nd place
Divyesh SK UG
District
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26/01/2022
1. Aptcon physio quiz - 1st place
2. Anat quiz, mdmc - 3rd place
3. Murder mystery, Stanley Medical college - 3rd place
Rithika Sowmi
District
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26/01/2022
1. Sport-chess Chengalpattu medical college-1st prize
2. Karpaga vinayaga medical college -1st prize
3. SRM medical clg-1st prize Jipmer(rapid)-2nd prize
4. Jipmer(blitz)-2nd prize
5. CMC (rapid team)-1st prize
6. CMC (blitz)-2nd prize
7. Chettinad medical-1st prize
Vignesh Kasi UG
District
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26/01/2023
Best Doctor Award
FACULTIES 1. Prof .Dr.P.Sathya 2. Assist Prof. Dr.D.Indumathi 3. Assist Prof. Dr.Syed Safina.SS
District
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01/04/2023
Won second prize in National level Pedagogy competition – PREPARE 2023
Dr.K.Sakthi Saranya PG
National
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23/08/2023
Best Doctor Award
Dr. R.Bhuvaneswari
District
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08/09/2023
MILIEU ’23- First Prize
Dr. S. Kiruthika
State
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13/08/2023
Conferred with Lieutenant rank under Ministry of Defense.
Excellence awards – 7
Silver Medals- 2
Dr.S.Anbuselvi Mattuvar kuzhali
National
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26/01/2024
Best Service Award
Dr.I.J.V.Pradeep Vaiz,T
District
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05/04/2024
VITA ELECTIO’24-First prize
Dr.Vijay Manovee
National
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05/04/2024
VITA ELECTIO’24-Second prize
Dr.K.Niveditha
National
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05/04/2024
VITA ELECTIO’24-Third prize
Dr.S.Hemamalini
National
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26/01/2024
Best Doctor Award- Collector Award
Dr.S.Anbuselvi
District
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26/01/2025
Appreciation Award from District collector
Dr.P.Sathya.P
District
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26/01/2025
Best Service Award
Dr.Gowri V
District
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13/06/2025
State level Pg Quiz Hormonal Hunt
First Prize
Dr. Haarika Dr. Subha
State
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20/06/2025
Oral presentation – First Prize , GASTROFEST’25
Dr.C. Arunadevi
State
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At the Institute of Physiology and Experimental
Medicine, Madras Medical College, an innovative and student-centric revision
method known as Capsule Teaching
is conducted for first-year MBBS students. This approach involves small-group
sessions designed to reinforce core physiological concepts through focused
discussions and interactive learning. In each system topics are systematically
reviewed with clinical relevance. Experienced faculty guide students through
important mechanisms, clarify concepts, and highlight frequently asked
examination questions. These sessions not only strengthen foundational
knowledge but also equip students with effective strategies for academic
success, making Capsule Teaching a hallmark of our teaching excellence.
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